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Last Updated on December 9, 2025
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A “Kochi Embassy” packed with local charm
Located within walking distance of Kochi Station, “Katsuo Guesthouse” is nestled in a quiet residential area and run by a former town magazine editor—making it feel like a personal tourism center for Kochi. The house is filled with playful decorations themed around bonito (katsuo), setting a cheerful tone for any trip. With just six rooms ranging from dormitories to private rooms, the guesthouse provides free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, laundry facilities, and bicycle rentals. In the cozy living room, conversations start naturally, offering guests the chance to learn about local eateries and hidden gems from both the hosts and fellow travelers. This is a reliable base to fully experience the warmth and character of Kochi on foot.
Basic information
| Address | 4-7-28 Hijima-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi |
| Phone number | 070-5352-1167 *Reservations only: 8:00-20:00 |
| Parking | 4 cars (free) |
| Number of room(s) | 6 rooms |
| Price | Room only : ・Dormitory 4,000 yen ・Private room 5,000 yen With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : — |
| Website | katuo-gh.com |
| Check-in | 16:00 – 20:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✓ Available (100 yen) Dryer: ✓ Available (300 yen) |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: ✓ Accepted e-money: — |
Supplementary information
- Toothbrush 100 yen
- beer 300 yen
- Towel rental from 100 yen
- Rental bicycle 500 yen per day
- Luggage storage service (*reservation required)
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Sources: Google Maps / Rakuten Travel / Jalan / Booking.com / TripAdvisor / Yahoo! Travel, and others
Many guests say they felt “at home” and that the “owners were incredibly warm and welcoming,” even on their first stay. The shared spaces are described as clean and comfortable, and the bedding is said to offer a good night’s sleep. Visitors also enjoyed socializing with other travelers, and praised the helpful local tips shared by the hosts. Overall, the guesthouse is highly rated as a “reasonably priced, heartwarming place to stay.”
